Payne Model 96 Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3 2-piece just one of a limited

just one of a limited run of 100 reels Hardy produced to celebrate the wedding of Prince William of Wales to Miss Catherine Middleton on April 29

The action is medium-fast

The thin tips provide finesse and tippet protection while the butt provides plenty of power for this small stream rod

It was an incredibly lightweight reel for its day and also included such innovative features as a circular agate line guard and a compensating check

The seat and butt cap remain free of wear

Payne Model 96 Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3 2-piece just one of a limitedFor sale here is a Payne Model 96 in excellent plus condition. 6 1 2 feet in length with two sections and two tips. The rod weighs 2. 55 oz. Oxidized cap and ring reel seat over spanish cedar. Light brown silks tipped yellow with additional purple tipping at winding check and male ferrules. We've seen these lighter brown silks on a few Payne rods but cannot be certain they are original and might be possible replacements. All sections are full length